A brigade is a military formation composed of several battalions, regiments, or other smaller units. It is typically commanded by a brigadier general or colonel and is the smallest military formation capable of independent operations. A CORPS is a large military formation, usually consisting of two or more divisions and various supporting units. A BATTALION is a military UNIT typically composed of 300 to 800 soldiers and is usually commanded by a lieutenant colonel. A DIVISION is a large military formation, usually consisting of three or more brigades and various supporting units. A LEGION is a large military formation, usually consisting of several thousand soldiers and is usually commanded by a major general. A DETACHMENT is a small military formation, usually consisting of a few dozen soldiers and is usually commanded by a captain or major. A GROUP is a small military formation, usually consisting of a few hundred soldiers and is usually commanded by a colonel. A UNIT is a small military formation, usually consisting of a few dozen soldiers and is usually commanded by a lieutenant. A SABRE is a type of cavalry sword used by officers in some armies.